Michigan State University political and election experts available to comment throughout 2024 presidential election

EAST LANSING, Mich. – Michigan State University’s Political Science Department in the College of Social Science has political experts that can discuss many aspects of the 2024 election, including but not limited to political parties, presidential primaries, polling and elections, the presidency and the Supreme Court.

These faculty’s areas and contact information are below, and are available for comment.

Matt Grossmann is the director of MSU’s Institute for Public Policy, and a professor of American Politics and Social Research. He can comment on a broad range of topics surrounding the 2024 election, including political parties, campaigns and elections. Additionally, he can discuss Michigan’s primary and elections.

Corwin Smidt is an associate professor of American politics and research methods. He can comment on elections and polling for the presidential election, as well as the state of Michigan.

Sarah Reckhow is a professor of American politics. She can comment on topics related to education policy in the presidential election. She is a specialist on local elections and school board elections.

Ryan Black is a professor of American Politics, also in the College of Law. His expertise includes public opinion and the Supreme Court, and he can speak to appointments and vacancies.

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